Potassium

Electrolytes marker

Potassium

Category: Electrolytes
Unit: mmol/L

Essential electrolyte for heart function and muscle contraction.

PED Notes

Diuretic use during contest prep can dangerously deplete potassium. Critical for heart function -- low potassium can cause fatal cardiac arrhythmias. Monitor closely if using diuretics.

For low potassium:

  • Increase dietary intake: potatoes, sweet potatoes, avocados, bananas, spinach
  • Electrolyte supplements

For high potassium:

  • Reduce potassium-rich foods and consult a physician

References:

  • Filippini, T., Naska, A., Kasdagli, M.-I., et al. (2020). Potassium intake and blood pressure: A dose-response meta-analysis. Journal of the American Heart Association, 9(12), e015719. DOI: 10.1161/JAHA.119.015719

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Reference Ranges

Standard Range

3.5 - 5 mmol/L

VitalMetrics Range

3.8 - 5.2 mmol/L

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